Germany enables easier GM cultivation
New legislation passed in Germany on Friday has paved the way for increased biotech innovation and easier cultivation of genetically modified (GM) crops.
Archives for January 29, 2008
Bamboo leaves again show anti-acrylamide potential
Using an antioxidant-rich extracts from bamboo leaf and green tea could reduce the formation of acrylamide in an asparagine-glucose model system heated by microwave, according to a new study.
Caffeine linked to higher glucose levels
Removing caffeine from the diet may help control type-2 diabetes, new research suggests.
Dunkin' Donuts moves into mainland China
Only one year after moving into Taiwan, US bakery firm Dunkin' Donuts plans to open 100 new shops in Shanghai and the surrounding provinces over the next ten years, the company announced last week.
Saputo seizes consolidation openings in cheese market
Dairy processor Saputo intends to acquire the activities of Wisconsin-based Alto Dairy Cooperative, saying it hopes to increase its presence in the fragmented US cheese market.
Futureceuticals offers higher concentration beta-glucan
Momence, Illinois-based FutureCeuticals has announced the expansion of its heart healthy grain-based fiber range to include a new high concentration beta-glucan fiber.